Skil 5485-01 XDrive 13 Amp 2.3 HP 7-1/4 in. Circular Saw

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Designed for the professional woodworker as well as the do-it-yourselfer, Skil's XDrive 7-1/2 in. Circular Saw delivers the reliable performance expected from Skil at an excellent value. Featuring a rugged 13 amp 2.3 horsepower motor, the 5485-01 powers through cuts while providing a smooth cutting action with its patented anti-snag lower guard. Two-point line of sight offers enhanced visual accuracy during the cut, and an integrated safety lock and guarded trigger increases user safety and minimizes accidental starts. With an array of advanced features to produce higher quality results, the 5485-01 XDrive 7-1/4 in. Circular Saw is sure to be an excellent addition to any tool collection.

Features:

2-point line of sight increases visibility of the sight line, allowing users to cut straighter lines with ease

The Skil 5485-01 is a solid corded saw from the company that I think popularized circular saws. It has a lot of power (12 amps, 2.3HP) without being too heavy and comes with a carbide tipped saw blade so I was able to start work immediately without having to go to the store.

I had to cut down some 3/4" plywood and the Skil had no problems. Yes, it was a little annoying to deal with the cord, but not having to stop to charge batteries is helpful and the saw felt like it had a lot more power than my cordless.

The other big benefit is size. This saw has a 7 1/4" blade, but cordless saws are almost always 6 1/2". This can be a problem because certain blades for HardieBoard, Cement fiber board, and other harder materials only come in 7 1/4".

I like my cordless saw for a lot of general work, but for the specialty projects the Skil is hard to pass up because of the blade size, power, and cost.

The link to the original product page has moved or is not available so I'm not sure which model number you are seeking. However, the product description states "Factory-Reconditioned" and the company who's website I was directed to sells Skil factory reconditioned items.

Warranty

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LIMITED WARRANTY OF SKIL CONSUMER PORTABLE POWER TOOLS FOR HOME USE ROBERT BOSCH TOOL CORPORATION ("Seller") warrants to the original purchaser only, that all Skil consumer portable power tools will be free from defects in material or workmanship for a period of one year from date of purchase.

SELLER'S SOLE OBLIGATION AND YOUR EXCLUSIVE REMEDY under this Limited Warranty and, to the extent permitted by law, any warranty or condition implied by law, shall be the repair or replacement of parts, without charge, which are defective in material or workmanship and which have not been misused, carelessly handled, or misrepaired by persons other than Seller or Authorized Service Station. To make a claim under this Limited Warranty, you must return the complete portable power tool product, transportation prepaid, to any SKIL Factory Service Center or Authorized Service Station. For Authorized SKIL Power Tool Service Stations, please refer to your phone directory.

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